Job Overview:

AFFCO is seeking a full time Quality Control (QC) Technician to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet quality standards through inspection and testing procedures.

Responsibilities:

- Perform quality inspections on incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products
- Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to verify product specifications
- Conduct data collection and analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Collaborate with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions
- Conduct quality audits to ensure compliance with company standards
- Assist in the development and implementation of QA/QC procedures
- Fabricate and analyze samples to determine quality characteristics

- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment including tracking logs

- Collect regular samples for shelf life and analysis at the laboratory

- Recommend modifications to already existing production standards within the limits of available equipment capacity and capability

• Monitor every stage of production to avoid product defects; if defects are detected, report such to Production Supervisor/Management
• Work with the management and production managers to ensure that only quality products are produced
• Approve all finished products by confirming specifications and conducting required tests
• Approve finished products for onward shipment to customers
• Ensure that wastes are minimized; and that there is improved productivity during production
• Assist in developing and updating procedures, instructions, and test methods
• Provide support in solving process problems and customer complaints
• Encourage and enforce cleanliness on the part of the staff and ensure safe working conditions
• Participate in company safety and other training programs
• Maintain all documentation for the purpose of auditing
• Participate in company wide effort to promote quality assurance in compliance with ISO 9001
• Maintain a general knowledge of ISO 9001 and OSHA requirements.
• Work with the Production Supervisor regarding specific information relating to product information and production
• Assist in proper assessment of suppliers

Skills/Experience Required:

• Must be a self-starter, well organized and detail oriented
• Good verbal and written communications and mathematic skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data accurately
• Experience in quality control standards in a manufacturing environment

- Well experienced with computers and spreadsheets, Microsoft Office

- Proven experience in quality inspection and control processes
- Familiarity with quality assurance practices
- Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments like micrometers and calipers
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate findings clearly

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to maintaining high-quality standards in a dynamic work environment. Apply now if you have the skills and dedication to excel as a Quality Technician.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,602.00 - $59,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Factory
• In-person
• Office

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person